Organisations have a variety of purposes that
depend on why they were established. Some operate for profit, whilst others do
not. Organisations structure themselves and operate in ways that allow their
objectives to be met. Every organisation has a range of stakeholders whose
interests need to be satisfied, but stakeholders have competing interests that
may be hard to reconcile.

Businesses operate in an environment shaped by the
government, competitors, consumers, suppliers, and international factors.
Learners will understand that some influences on the business environment are
direct and clear, for example taxation policies on corporate activities. Other
influences are less clear, perhaps coming from the international arena and
sometimes with only an oblique impact on the national business environment.

It is within this business environment that
organisations function and have to determine strategies and a modus operandi
that allow them to meet their organisational purposes in ways that comply with
the relevant legal and regulatory frameworks. In addition, business markets
take various forms and the structure of a market enables an understanding of
how organisations behave. In this unit learners will consider how different
market structures shape the pricing and output decisions of businesses, as well
as other aspects of their behaviour.

Aim:

The
aim of this unit is to give learners the knowledge and understanding of how a
business unit can strategically organise and plan for likely future outcomes in
order to be successful.

2. 2
Understand the nature of the national environment in which businesses operate
Economic systems: the allocation of scarce resources; effective
use of resources; type of economic system e.g. command, free enterprise, mixed,
transitional.

2.2 assess the impact of fiscal and monetary
policy on business organisations and their activities

2.3 evaluate the impact of competition policy and
other regulatory mechanisms on the activities of a selected organization

LO3 Understand
the behaviour of organisations in their market environment

3.1 explain how market structures determine the
pricing and output decisions of businesses

3.2 illustrate the way in which market forces
shape organisational responses using a range of examples

3.3 judge how the business and cultural
environments shape the behaviour of a selected organisation

LO4 Be able to assess the significance of the
global factors that shape national business activities

4.1 discuss the significance of international
trade to UK business organisations

4.2 analyse the impact of global factors on UK business
organisations

4.3 evaluate the impact of policies of the
European Union on UK business organisations.

Section 3:
Teaching and learning Methods

It is recommended that a range of strategies be
used to deliver this unit. Discussion, debate, individual workplace comparisons
and use of case studies are all elements of this unit. Where groups of learners
are from one organisation or sector, consideration of cultural issues can be
based upon the needs of the organisation or sector. Video footage, not necessarily
relating to business or management, or acting could be used to illustrate some
aspects of a business. The use of investigative tools is recommended to
encourage both self awareness and the practical application of the insights
gained.

Section 4:
Assessment Methods -Summary

A key feature of the assessment strategy for this
unit is the practical application of the theoretical content to an
organisational situation at strategic level.
The assessment will consist of an individual report with an organization
chosen for the purpose to address all the learning outcomes.

Programme Specification

Accrediting
Body: EDEXCEL

Course: BTEC
HND IN BUSINESS

Unit: 1BUSINESS
ENVIRONMENT

Wk

Lecture
Schedule

Outcome
of session

Activity/seminar
and formative assessment

Resources

1

Introduction to the module. Understand the organisational purpose of
businesses. Identify the purpose of
different types of organisations. (1.2,1.2).

Introduction to the module, mode of assessment,
awareness of the awarding body, assessment criteria and the mode of
assessment.

The module tutor(s) will aim to combine lectures
with tutorial activities. This environment will provide opportunities for the
student to understand the course material through case study and text and to
apply it in a practical way. The intent is to facilitate interactive class
activities, and discussion about the significant role of research in a global
and local business environment.

2.3 Teaching Ethos

The college’s approach towards teaching and
learning is simple and effective. The main aim of UKCBC is to assist learners
in maximising their potential by ensuring that they are taught clearly and
effectively. This will enable students to engage in the learning environment
and promote success in both their academic studies and subsequent career.

2.3.1 Methods
of Delivery:

LECTURES:

These will be developed around the key concepts as
mentioned in the indicative course content and will use a range of live examples
and cases from business practice to demonstrate the application of theoretical
concepts. This method is primarily used to identify and explain key aspects of
the subject so that learners can utilise their private study time more
effectively.

SEMINARS:

These are in addition to the lectures. The
seminars are designed to give learners the opportunity to test their
understanding of the material covered in the lectures and private study with
the help of reference books. This methodology usually carries a set of
questions identified in advance. Seminars are interactive sessions led by the
learners. This method of study gives the learner an excellent opportunity to
clarify any points of difficulty with the tutor and simultaneously develop
their oral communication skills.

CASE STUDIES: An
important learning methodology is the extensive use of case studies. They
enable learners to apply the concepts that they learn in their subjects. The
learners have to study the case, analyse the facts presented and arrive at conclusions
and recommendations. This assists in the assessment of the learner’s ability to
apply to the real world the tools and techniques of analysis which they have
learnt. The case study serves as a supplement to the theoretical knowledge
imparted through the course work.

Plagiarism:

Any act of plagiarism will be seriously dealt with
according to the colleges and awarding bodies’ regulations. In this context the
definition and scope of plagiarism are presented below:

Plagiarism
is presenting someone’s work as your won. It includes copying information
directly from the web or books without referencing the material; submitting
joint coursework as an individual effort; copying another student’s coursework;
stealing coursework form another student and submitting it as your own work.
Suspected plagiarism will be investigated and if found to have occurred will be
dealt with according to the college procedure. (For further details please
refer to the plagiarism policy and the student code of conduct.)

Assessment:

The module
will be assessed meeting all the LO as specified by the awarding body, Ed
Excel.

Please read
the instructions carefully while addressing the tasks specified.

TASK 1: The objective for this task is to address
and exhibit an understanding to the Organizational purposes of the
business. You are required to address
the task as specified and research Sainsbury PLC to address the learning
outcomes as specified: Please note
that the research and subjective skill needs to exhibit transferable skill by
reflecting it to the chosen organization. Answers reflected without
reflective practice will be referred.

Learning
outcome 1

LO1Understandthe

organisationalpurposesof

businesses

P 1.1Explain briefly the following types of organisaitons and their purposes:

a)Virgin Group LTD

b)Sainsbury PLC

c)MC Donalds

d)National Health services
(NHS) England

e)A corner shop near where you
live.

P1.1

(P, M, D)

P1.1 (P, M, D)

P1.2Considering Sainsbury PLC, describe the extent to which it meets the
objectives of its different stakeholders.

P1.2

(P, M, D)

P1.2 (P, M, D)

P1.3Considering Sainsbury PLC, explain its various responsibilites as an
organisaiton and the strategies it employs to meet them.

TASK
2 The objective of this task is to address and
exhibit an understanding to the nature of the national environment in which
business operate. To address this Learning outcome, research Sainsbury Plc.
and address the task as specified. Please note that the research reflecting
only subjective skills and without reference to the chosen scenario will be a
referred work.

TASK 3:The
objective of this task is to understand the behaviour of organizations in
their marketing environment. To
address this learning outcome e you are suppose to continue your research on
the chosen organization, Sainsbury PLC and address the learning outcome as
specified.

TASK 4 The
objective of this task is to understand the global factors and assess the
significance of the global factors that shape national business activities.
To address this task continue your research with Sainsbury PLC and address
the Learning outcomes as specified. Please note work reflected without
address to the chosen organization will be refereed.

TASK
4

LO4Beabletoassess

The significanceof

theglobalfactors

thatshapenational

businessactivities.

P 4.1Discuss the significance of international trade to Sainsbury PLC UK.

P 4.2Analyse the impact of global factors on Sainsbury PLC UK.

P4.3Evaluate the impact of polciies of the European Union on Sainsbury PLC
UK.

Any act of
plagiarism will be seriously dealt with according to the colleges and
awarding bodies’ regulations. In this context the definition and scope of
plagiarism are presented below:

Plagiarism is presenting someone’s work as
your won. It includes copying information directly from the web or books
without referencing the material; submitting joint coursework as an
individual effort; copying another student’s coursework; stealing coursework
form another student and submitting it as your own work. Suspected plagiarism
will be investigated and if found to have occurred will be dealt with
according to the college procedure. (For further details please refer to the
plagiarism policy and the student code of conduct.) UNIT 34: HERITAGE AND CULTURAL TOURISM MANAGEMENT

ASSIGNMENT

Sainsbury’s
was founded in 1869 and today operates over 1,106 supermarkets and convenience
stores and employs around 157,000 colleagues. Sainsbury puts its customers at
the heart of everything and does and invests in is stores, their colleagues and
their channels to deliver the best possible shopping experience. Sainsbury’s strong
culture and values are part of its identity and integral to its success.

Sainsbury’s Business strategy & objectives Top of Form

We have a clear, long-term strategy to deliver our
vision of being the most trusted retailer where people love to work and shop.

Our values

Top of Form

Our five
values provide the framework for how we do business at Sainsbury's. They guide
us in everything we do - from key business decisions to day-to-day activities.

Bottom of Form

Sainsbury's 20x20 Sustainability Plan

We
continue to make significant progress against our 20x20 Sustainability
commitments, with many activities – from zero waste to landfill, to 100% fresh
British pork, to progress in salt reduction in cooked meats – several years in
the making.

It has
also been a landmark year for our sector, with trust very much in focus. From
the scandal of horsemeat to the tragic collapse of the Rana Plaza factory in
Bangladesh, questions have been raised about the values behind the products we
buy. And whilst Sainsbury's was not directly affected, I have no doubt that the
impact across our sector has been significant.

You are
advised to useSainsbury PLC as your scenario and address the following tasks as
specified below:

Bottom
of Form

TASK
1 to TASK 4: You are required to follow the instructions as specified towards
each task and support with a research by using supportive materials like books,
websites, etc., and give a feedback on the findings by relating your arguments
to the relevant case study as specified towards each task:

Task 1.

The
objective for this task is to address and exhibit an understanding to the
Organizational purposes of the business.
You are required to address the task as specified and research Sainsbury
PLC to address the learning outcomes as specified: Please note that the research and subjective
skill needs to exhibit transferable skill by reflecting it to the chosen
organization. Answers reflected without reflective practice will be
referred.

P1.1. Explain briefly the following
types of organisaitons and thier purposes:

f)Virgin Group LTD

g)Sainsbury PLC

h)MC Donalds

i)National Health services (NHS)
England

j)A corner shop near where you
live.

P 1.2 Considering Sainsbury PLC,
describe the extent to which it meets the objectives of its different
stakeholders.

P 1.3Considering Sainsbury PLC, explain its various responsibilites as an
organisaiton and the strategies it employs to meet them.

TASK 2:

The
objective of this task is to address and exhibit an understanding to the nature
of the national environment in which business operate. To address this Learning
outcome, research Sainsbury Plc and address the task as specified. Please note
that the research reflecting only subjective skills and without reference to
the chosen scenario will be a referred work.

Considering Sainsbury PLC UK,
assess the impact of fiscal and monetary policy on their activities.

P 2.3

Explain the impct of
competititon policy and other regulatory mechansism on the activities of Sainsbury
PLC UK.

TASK 3

The
objective of this task is to understand the behaviour of organizations in their
marketing environment. To address this
learning outcome e you are suppose to continue your research on the chosen
organization, Sainsbury PLC and address the learning outcome as specified.

P 3.3Explain how the
business and cultural envoronments shape the behaviour of Sainsbury PLC UK.

TASK 4

The objective of this task is to understand the global factors and assess
the significance of the global factors that shape national business activities.
To address this task continue your research with Sainsbury PLC and address the
Learning outcomes as specified. Please note, work reflected without addressing to
the organization chosen for the purpose will be refereed.

P 4.1Discuss the
significance of international trade to Sainsbury PLC UK.

P 4.2Analyse the impact
of global factors on Sainsbury PLC UK.

P 4.3Evaluate the impact of polciies of the European Union on Sainsbury PLC UK.

Assignment Guidelines:

ØUse a
standard report structure, Word-process the report and use Normal script of a
proper font size 12.

ØProduce
an academic report, detailing the above issues with a word limit of 4000 to
4500 words.

Ø Complete the title page and sign the statement
of authenticity.

ØThe
Assignment sheet should be attached in the front.

ØSubmit
the document in a folder in the form of a file as well as a soft copy on the
submission date.

ØIt
should be uploaded on E-Learning platform before the deadline and submitted to
-------- and sign the submission form of the college.

ØAssignments
submitted after the deadline will not be accepted unless mitigating and may be
entitled for a late fee.

ØCollusion and Plagiarism must be avoided.

ØStart
each answer on a new page and pages should be numbered. Highlight each question
clearly.

ØInclude
a Bibliography at the end of the assignment and use the Harvard referencing
system.

ØAll work
should be comprehensively referenced and all sources must be fully
acknowledged, such as books and journals, websites (include the date of visit),
etc.

ØTry to
give the page numbers, publishers' details and the year of publication

ØIn order
to pass you need to
address all the LO

ØIn order
to get a merit you need
to first pass and then address the characteristics of M1, M2,M3

ØIn order
to get a Distinction
you need to first pass, address all the merit characteristics and then address
the characteristics of D1, D2 and D3.